Mindfulness Bliss and Beyond

"Better than sex!" That's how Ajahn Brahm describes meditation, and his enthusiasm is contagious. A self-described meditation junkie, Brahm shares his recipe for bliss in this practical, energising new book. "Mindfulness, Bliss and Beyond" is a complete, stem-to-stern guide to the subject, with precise step-by-step instructions for traversing the stages of practice and overcoming obstacles. Drawing on his working-class roots, Brahm explains difficult concepts clearly and easily, so that beginners understand them, while those who already meditate gain new insight. Full of surprises, delightfully goofy humour and entertaining stories that inspire, instruct and illuminate, this meditator's handbook encourages novices and gives a shot in the arm to more experienced practitioners.

“"This clear and accessible book describes meditative absorption states ( jhana ) and how to attain them. An excellent road map to the the development of jhana , which, as the title suggests, is beyond bliss."”

"From the first word (meditation) to the last (Parinibbana), Mindfulness, Bliss, and Beyond is riveting, rollicking, and uncompromisingly "real". Ajahn Brahm's voice is utterly fresh. But watch out! In the greatest tradition of our beloved roshis and bhikkhus, it is also compelling and commanding. Readers seeking a sure guide to 'the bliss better than sex' will find it in this wonderful book."--Glenn Wallis, translator of The Dhammapada: Verses on the Way
"Like a broom through cobwebs, Ajahn Brahm here sweeps away the mysteries surrounding the jhanas. Mindfulness, Bliss, and Beyond is salted with the illustrative, often witty life stories that Brahm is well known for, and he uses readily understandable language to explain what some teachers shy from. Finding this book is like finding an operator's manual for one's practice. Raising the bar for those serious about their practice, he scolds those who would 'dumb-down' nibbana and challenges us to reach for the ultimate happiness. Mindfulness, Bliss, and Beyond is a bold book, sure to be controversial."--John Roberts, Buddhist Council of the Northwest
"This clear and accessible book describes meditative absorption states (jhana) and how to attain them. An excellent road map to the the development of jhana, which, as the title suggests, is beyond bliss."-- "Inquiring Mind"

After becoming disillusioned with the world of academia, Ajahn Brahm trained as a monk under the esteemed Buddhist master Ajahn Chah. Now the abbot of one of the largest monasteries in the southern hemisphere, he lives in Serpentine, Australia. Jack Kornfield is the author of After the Ecstasy, the Laundry.

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